A: How long needs to be dried. ???

A: Thanks for asking. Once the product has dried, it's ok for pets to return to the area. – Elizabeth, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Hey there! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control kills and repels 110+ different insects but not flies. Because this product is regulated by the EPA, we only recommend using this to treat those bugs specifically listed on the product’s packaging. You can give OFF!® Area Repellent a try to protect your outdoor enjoyment from flies without the fuss. We hope you have a wonderful day! – Mindi, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Thanks for checking! Yes, you can still use this with confidence at that time as long as the container is stored in a manner consistent with the label, and out of extreme heat or cold. Have a great day! – Brooklyn, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Thanks for reaching out! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control can be used on many outdoor surfaces, but when it comes to vegetables, ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers, it’s important to check which ones are great for use. We’d love to learn more about what you’re treating so we can guide you properly. Just give us a call at 1-800-558-5252 (weekdays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT). Looking forward to hearing from you! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Thanks for asking, Jess! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control works well to kill and repel fleas and deer ticks. Hope this helps! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Hey there! We do not recommend using OFF!® Backyard Bug Control as an entire lawn pre-treatment. This product is designed to be used as a perimeter pre-treatment around structures. If you have any more questions, please give our experts a call at 1-800-558-5252 (weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT). We'd love to help you worry less about bug bites! – Mindi, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Great question! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control kills and repels over 100 insects, including ants! For further questions, feel free to contact us at 1-800-558-5252 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT). Hope this helps! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Great question! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control needs to be used with a hose to work effectively—it won’t function without one. If you have any other questions, feel free to give us a call at 1-800-558-5252 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT). Hope this helps! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Thanks for checking. We recommend keeping pets out of the treated area until it has dried. Take care! – Brooklyn, SC Johnson Consumer Care

A: Thanks for checking with us, Kisha! After treatment with OFF!® Backyard Bug Control, we recommend that you do not allow children into the treated area until it has been allowed to dry for at least 24 hours. We're available weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 1-800-558-5252 if you have any other questions. Just give us a call; we're always happy to help! – Mindi, SC Johnson Consumer Care